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CV57 SHX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

112,430 mi
Last recorded112,430 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV57 SHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 112,430 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside front & nearside rear tyres worn on outer edges

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 101,611 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2025 101,611 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 91,074 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 79,909 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 79,909 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 71,254 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 64,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 58,419 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 50,678 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn badly on inside edge and close to cords

Offside Front Tyre worn badly on inside edge and close to cords

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Reverse lights not working

Fail 19 Jan 2019 50,676 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn badly on inside edge and close to cords

Offside Front Tyre worn badly on inside edge and close to cords

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Reverse lights not working

Pass 20 Jan 2018 42,838 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 34,679 miles

Both front lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated and have movement (very marginal pass)

Both rear tyres worn on inside edges and close to legal limit

Child seat fitted to nearside rear and offside rear seats

Nearside front tyre worn on outside edge and close to legal limit

Fail 21 Jan 2017 34,679 miles

Both front lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated and have movement (very marginal pass)

Both rear tyres worn on inside edges and close to legal limit

Child seat fitted to nearside rear and offside rear seats

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front tyre worn on outside edge and close to legal limit

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 28,066 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 25,728 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2013 17,105 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 May 2012 12,155 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 6,492 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 5,868 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 5,868 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 5,469 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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CV57 SHX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 62,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV57 SHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CV57 SHX registered?

CV57 SHX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is CV57 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV57 SHX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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